The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official schedule for the CTET December 2025 cycle. Contrary to some rumors or confusion with the previous year’s schedule (which held an exam on Dec 15), the CTET December 2025 exam is officially scheduled for February 8, 2026. Candidates should note that the exam will not be conducted on December 15, 2025.
Urgent Update (Dec 29, 2025): The CBSE has opened a one-time facility for completing the application form for candidates who registered but could not complete their submission. This window is active from December 27 to December 30, 2025. If you have a pending application, log in immediately to complete it.
Key Dates for CTET Dec 2025 (Feb 2026 Cycle)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | November 27, 2025 |
| Original Application Dates | Nov 27 – Dec 18, 2025 |
| Correction Window | Dec 23 – Dec 26, 2025 |
| Late Form Completion Window (Active) | Dec 27 – Dec 30, 2025 |
| CTET Exam Date | February 8, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card Release | Expected 1st Week of Feb 2026 |
Clarification on ‘Dec 15 Scheduled’ Date
Many candidates are searching for a “Dec 15, 2025” exam date. Please be aware that this date likely refers to the December 2024 cycle (held on Dec 14-15, 2024). The current cycle (Dec 2025) has been pushed to February 2026 due to administrative reasons. Do not be misled by outdated schedules.
Eligibility & Application Fees
| Category | Paper I or Paper II (Single) | Both Paper I & II |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) | ₹ 1000/- | ₹ 1200/- |
| SC / ST / Diff. Abled Person | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 600/- |
How to Complete Your Pending Application
- Visit the official website: ctet.nic.in.
- Click on the link “One-time facility for completing application (27/12/2025 to 30/12/2025)”.
- Login with your Application Number and Password.
- Complete the pending steps (Fee Payment, Image Upload, or Final Submit) before 11:59 PM on Dec 30.
For the latest syllabus and exam pattern changes, refer to the Information Bulletin Feb 2026 available on the official portal.